MeritTrac partners with OET to boost healthcare opportunities; bridge skills gap

MeritTrac, a pure-play Testing & Assessment provider, has announced a strategic partnership with the Occupational English Test (OET). This collaboration aims to enhance opportunities for nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals in India seeking international careers.

With a global shortage of 4.5 million nurses by 2030, through this partnership, MeritTrac will leverage its vast experience in testing to oversee the delivery of the OET Test, which has versions for 12 healthcare professions, in Bangalore. According to the statement published, this initiative will facilitate convenient access to these assessments for healthcare professionals across the region, ensuring they meet international standards and qualifications necessary for overseas employment. OET Test’s has acceptance by 500+ employers, regulators and universities worldwide.

Speaking on the partnership, Manjunath K P, the COO at MeritTrac, said “MeritTrac, with its roots in the Manipal Group, one of India’s largest hospital chains and nursing school network, is uniquely positioned to expand and embed awareness of the OET Test’s relevancy for an international healthcare career amongst students and professionals in the region”

“When choosing a partner for expanding our test delivery in India, MeritTrac’s understanding of healthcare industry dynamics and its industry-leading testing processes stood out,” remarked Tom Keenan, Regional Director, APAC, OET.

“We’re excited that this partnership can expand awareness and accessibility of the OET Test in the region to better serve Indian healthcare professionals seeking new opportunities.” added Tom.

With this partnership, MeritTrac and OET will nurture an ecosystem involving stakeholders from medical and nursing education. This ecosystem will encompass learners, nursing schools, employers, and OET’s network of preparation partners, aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the test preparation and assessment journey and providing professionals with opportunities for success.

By partnering with OET, MeritTrac aims to contribute to the healthcare workforce by ensuring that professionals from India can demonstrate their language proficiency to meet international healthcare standards.